Cloud Network Engineer
Summary
A junior-to-mid network engineering role at Averis, the shared IT services centre for manufacturing group RGE. Day to day you configure and troubleshoot cloud networking (VPCs/VNets, VPNs, SD-WAN, hybrid connectivity), monitor with tools like SolarWinds or CloudWatch, and provide L1/L2 ITIL-based support across AWS/Azure environments.
Cloud Network Engineer
About the Role
We are the Global Shared Services Centre for a major client RGE (Royal Golden Eagle), one of the world’s largest resource-based manufacturing groups with diversified business in Pulp and Paper, Palm Oil (upstream & downstream), Viscose Fiber, FMCG, Energy, and other business segments. As a Cloud Network Engineer, you will support the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud-based network services across AWS, or multi-cloud environments. Working alongside senior engineers, you will gain hands-on experience in enterprise networking, SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and network security as the Group accelerates its cloud transformation journey.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the design, configuration, and troubleshooting of cloud networking components including Virtual Networks (VNets/VPCs), subnets, route tables, network security groups (NSGs), and peering connections.
Support SD-WAN deployment and management across global sites including mills, plantations, offices, and distribution centres.
Monitor network performance and availability using tools such as SolarWinds, Datadog, or AWS CloudWatch, and escalate incidents as required.
Assist in configuring and managing VPN tunnels (site-to-site and point-to-site), ExpressRoute / Direct Connect circuits, and hybrid cloud connectivity.
Support firewall rule management, access control lists (ACLs), and network segmentation in alignment with cybersecurity policies.
Participate in network change management processes, documenting changes, and maintaining up-to-date network diagrams and asset inventories.
Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for network-related incidents and service requests, adhering to ITIL-based incident management processes.
Assist in disaster recovery testing and business continuity exercises related to network infrastructure.
Stay current with cloud networking technologies, certifications, and industry best practices.
Collaborate with cloud infrastructure engineers, security teams, and application teams to ensure reliable and secure network connectivity.
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
2–5 years of experience in networking or cloud engineering (internship or lab experience is acceptable).
Foundational knowledge of networking protocols and concepts: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and subnetting.
Basic understanding of at least one hyperscale cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and its networking services.
Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, ping, traceroute, nslookup).
Basic understanding of firewalls, VPNs, and network security principles.
Preferred Qualifications
CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) or equivalent entry-level networking certification.
AWS Cloud Practitioner certification.
Exposure to SD-WAN technologies (Cisco Viptela, Fortinet, VMware VeloCloud).
Basic scripting knowledge (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for network automation.
Internship or project experience in a corporate or managed services networking environment.